Patterson, 30, dealt with a groin injury all last season before landing on injured reserve in December. Patterson was productive in the six games he played, finishing with 19 tackles, four interceptions, one sack and six passes defended.

Durability has been a major issue for Patterson -- he has played in just 15 games over the past three seasons and has appeared in 16 games just once since entering the league as an undrafted free agent with the Washington Redskins in 2005.

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Patterson makes sense for the Jets, who simply need some options across from Dee Milliner. Even if a deal gets done, don't be surprised if the Jets use another high draft pick on the cornerback position.